I worked in Stockton until 1996. So if they've ungone a major redevelopment of the downtown, eastside and south side, I apologize. Perhaps you can give us an up-to-date list of all the tourist attractions which are more popular.
With nothing against the good people of Stockton, but why didn't the Intrepid Museum in NYC grab the Iowa?
I'll just name one. People come from all over California and Nevada, and special trains are run that week from all over the bay area: The Annual Asparagus Festival.
It is also the gateway to the Gold Country, the Wine Country and the Sacramento River Delta.
Yes, Downtown has changed considerably in the last 7 years (that I have experienced).
How long did you work in Stockton? I came here for a large project in 1998, liked what I saw and moved from Marin County. Now there's an infamous place with world-class tourist attractions!